Top 10 Reusable Wedding Decorations

Posted November 12, 2012 | ♥ Leave a Comment!

Hello, loves, and Happy Monday! We hope you had a great weekend. I (Emma here!) love Mondays in particular since we get to kick off a brand new week of handmade wedding inspiration and launch a new giveaway (details on that coming up next!) This weekend, I had the honor of signing copies of my new book in lovely Northville, Michigan at Next Chapter Bookstore and Bistro. I wanted to extend my gratitude to those who came out to visit me and purchase a copy. It was wonderful to see your smiling faces!

To kick off the brand new week, we’re talking about reusable wedding decorations. Instead of buying decorations to be thrown away after your wedding, consider reusable wedding decorations meant as keepsakes in your home. To show you what we mean – and provide plenty of inspiration! – we’ve compiled ten favorite new finds. Read on to see which decorations made the list + find how we recommend using ‘em. Enjoy!

Reusable Wedding Decorations

1. Bride + Groom Custom Illustration Print

Who wouldn’t love a custom illustration made in their image? This find is one of my favorite illustrations to date. At the wedding, display on an easel for guests to view upon entering the reception; after the big day, frame and display in your love nest. Illustrated with love by Barbara Szepesi Szűcs Illustrations

DIY Fishtail Braid

Posted November 9, 2012 | ♥ 1 Comment

Happy Friday, everyone! So, I (Emma here!) need to try a new hairstyle every few months or so to mix things up. Over the last few months, I’ve been gaga for top knots, hair buns, DIY Hair Bows – even curly top knot turned side chignons (my favorite). Today, I’m here to talk about my latest hair obsession: the fishtail braid. This sweet, boho-inspired hairstyle has been gaining popularity and I see it sticking as a popular hairstyle in 2013. Whether you’re a bride-to-be looking for a perfect wedding day hairstyle or you’re like me and hoping to score a new favorite DIY ‘do, you’ll love today’s feature. Instead of keeping my own DIY fishtail braid research to myself (which is no fun for anyone), I’m sharing my favorite DIY fishtail braid finds with you today. Check out an amazing how to fishtail braid video, read a few tips, and check out Real Wedding examples below. This hairstyle is perfect for weddings, special occasions, nights out on the town, and date night! I know I’ll be giving it a try this weekend myself. So… if you have questions, share ‘em in the comments area at the bottom of the most and we’ll try to muddle through together. :) (Oh, and P.S… short-haired lovelies will find some DIY fishtail braids to try, too! This style certainly isn’t for long-haired locks alone.) Enjoy!

7 Stylish New Wedding Printables

Posted November 8, 2012 | ♥ 1 Comment

Want to try DIY invites but you haven’t a clue how to design them? Wedding printables to the rescue! A wedding printable is an invitation designed for your event, purchased, and submitted to you via a downloaded file. Wedding printables means you can try your hand with DIY embellishments post-print to make it your own: use a punch of color for envelopes, add your own envelope liner, add a ribbon, or add a festive envelope seal. Wedding printables are also helpful when you need invitations in a snap, without waiting for shipping and handling. To inspire you, we’ve gathered up seven of our favorite new stylish wedding printables from the lovely {via}vacious designs including engagement, bachelorette party, bridal shower, and wedding invitation printables. Enjoy!

Wedding Printables

Each of these wedding printables is custom-designed for you and available for purchase as a downloaded file. Then, just buy paper, print, address, and mail! It’s that easy.

1. Bachelorette Party Printable

The Hottest New Trend in Cake Toppers

Posted November 8, 2012 | ♥ Leave a Comment!

We’ve been talking lately about the hottest new wedding trends for 2013 (such as bird-themed ideas, and mint inspiration). Today, we’re projecting the hottest trend to hit the cake table: positionable, made-in-your-image personalized cake toppers! You may have seen personalized toppers before, but you’ve never seen figurines quite like these. Handcrafted with love and care, the folks at Dream Cake Toppers bring you personalized cake toppers made in your image with custom attire, hair, eyes, and skin color. PLUS, these can be positioned in any way AND made into a bobble head. We project these cake toppers to be a hot selling item for 2013 weddings… read on to find out more + grab yours while they last! Enjoy!

20 Lovely Mint Wedding Ideas

Posted November 7, 2012 | ♥ 6 Comments

Hello, loves! Here’s a quick + easy tip while planning your wedding: pick a color palette from the beginning. Once you select the perfect palette, the rest of the planning starts to fall into place. As one example, we’re sharing one of the hottest wedding trends for 2013: the color mint. To inspire you, we’re sharing twenty lovely mint wedding ideas (all of which are handmade!) to show you how versatile this shade can be. So, grab a huge cup of coffee and get ready to be inspired by this oh-so-minty-fresh shade… enjoy!

Mint Wedding Ideas

This bouquet mixes mint with soft shades of blush and ivory. This bouquet lasts forever, so no need to toss away after the big day. Instead, stick it in a vase on your desk and relive the memory for years to come!

8 DIY Beauty Tips to Try (+ Win a FREE Gift!)

Posted November 6, 2012 | ♥ 53 Comments

Hello, beautiful! Ever since I can remember, I (Emma here!) have been obsessed with beauty tips, tricks, and secrets. I’ve been known to concoct my own at-home beauty experiments trying out home remedies like honey, brown sugar, and coconut oil to get shiny hair and glowing skin. And, I’m always looking to try the next hot new mascara, eyeliner, or blush – or makeup tutorial to try. Today, I’ve rounded up eight of my favorite new DIY beauty tips to try including a special video that shows you how to achieve a perfect DIY bridal makeup look. And, as a special thank you for stopping by, we’re giving away a FREE beauty gift to THREE lucky readers! Read on to find out more + enjoy!

DIY Beauty Tips to Try

1. DIY Lip Exfoliator

Three ingredients is all it takes to get glowing, winter-ready lips. Slough off dead skin cells with ingredients in your home thanks to this DIY here from the ModCloth blog.

DIY Rustic Wedding: Maggie + Stephen – Part Two

Posted November 5, 2012 | ♥ 4 Comments

Hello, hello! On Friday, we showed you part one of this incredibly gorgeous DIY Rustic Wedding. Today, we’re proud to reveal part two of Maggie and Stephen’s special day with the First Look, Ceremony, and Reception. And… the bride, Maggie, handcrafted all of the details herself (and she did an incredible job!) If you’re looking for DIY rustic wedding inspiration, today’s feature has it all: a barn reception, mason jar lanterns, chalkboards, a vintage suitcase card box, handmade chair signs, a vintage photo wall, and much more. Read on to reveal Part Two of this gorgeous wedding, beginning with a teary-eyed groom in a candid First Look. Enjoy!

The First Look

Maggie and Stephen decided to do a ‘first look’ and we’re glad they did: check out the groom’s candid reaction!

Giveaway: Win a Set of Birch Bark Vases

Posted November 5, 2012 | ♥ 55 Comments

Winner Announced! 11.12.12 And the winner is… lucky #6! Congrats, Michelle! Check your inbox for details on how to claim your prize. Thanks to all who entered and to Jaden Rai Inspired for sponsoring this fantastic giveaway!

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Hello, loves! Happy Monday! This week, we’ve teamed up with the lovely Jaden Rai Inspired to offer one lucky Emmaline Bride reader the chance to win a set of three birch bark vases. These vases can be used to decorate your ceremony or reception, and re-used after the big day as home decor. Read on to find out how you can win a set of your very own!

Maggie + Stephen’s Real Wedding: Part One

Posted November 2, 2012 | ♥ Leave a Comment!

One of the most memorable moments of the wedding day is getting ready. The bride shares in those excited, anticipatory moments with her mom, Maid of Honor, and bridesmaids as she gets her hair and makeup done; meanwhile, the groom, Best Man, and groomsmen get ready and share in a celebratory toast. Since these moments are so unforgettable, we’re sharing the ‘Getting Ready’ portion of Maggie and Stephen’s Real Wedding today as a prelude to the ceremony and reception. Michelle of Michelle Gardella Photography captured this couple’s anticipation so vividly that one can almost feel like they’re in the room. Watch as the bride receives a special note from her groom, gives her father a teary “first look”, and smiles with bridesmaids as she prepares to walk down the aisle in 3…2…1…

Invitation Tea Towels

Posted November 2, 2012 | ♥ Leave a Comment!

Happy Friday! Yesterday we talked about wedding invitations and how to avoid six common invitation mistakes. Today, we’re talking about a fun twist on the traditional invite: invitation tea towels! We’ve heard of invitation handkerchiefs but tea towels are a fresh spin on traditional paper and ink. Read on to see more about these sweet keepsakes and find out where you can snag some for your guests! Enjoy!

6 Wedding Invitation Mistakes (+ How to Avoid Them)

Posted November 1, 2012 | ♥ 7 Comments

Hi, loves! Happy November! If you’ve been itching to cross one huge to-do off of your list, consider it done! Selecting your wedding invitation is a big step in the planning process, and we want you to cross it off your list with confidence. Today we’re bringing you six of the most common wedding invitation mistakes to avoid to avoid a disaster, with everything from selecting an invitation to deciding your budget – even assembly and postage. You may even save some money in the process! Read on to find out more PLUS see how you can score an exclusive limited offer for FREE, thanks to our pals at MagnetStreet. Enjoy!

A New Hampshire Wedding: Martha + Nick

Posted October 31, 2012 | ♥ Leave a Comment!

You’ll just love this New Hampshire wedding! Martha and Nick’s New Hampshire wedding has many great intimate details. The best elements include the bride’s dress, jewelry, invitations, a tree guestbook, and handmade paddle fan program. Martha and Nick first gazed upon each other on Sawyer Farm in Jaffrey with their ceremony and reception following at the scenic Shattuck Golf Course. Their photographers Amanda and Wes from Boro: Creative Visions captured the day perfectly. See for yourself…